Drive from Galway to Tulla

Up early to get to the rental car agency. At day's end, we can tell you the insurance option was worth every euro.  Right hand drive cars, driving on the wrong side of the road, navigating the NARROW roads, particularly when cars park lackidaisically or bicyclists/joggers/dog walkers and so forth further constrict the already feable artery, challenge even the Mario Andretti inspired nonnes. You never know what you'll run into. We're happy to report no bodily injuries and a fully functional, albeit customized, car...no, make that two customized rental cars.*

The Nonna's upgrade

Following the advice of a young man employed by Trip Advisor whom we met in Galway, we found the secret (and cheaper) southern access to the Cliffs of Moher Trail Walk. The views were spectacular, as you can see for yourself:

After a picnic on the Cliffs and having spent sufficient time in Ireland's heat wave to get sun burnt, we proceeded to the big adventure of the day (see first paragraph). But no worries because this is an ETHOOL trip.

Our bed and breakfast is charming. After a spot of tea, we checked out some of the residents:

Then it was suppertime in town:

Quin Abbey ruins (done before the nonnas arrived)

The Abbey Taproom

*Disclaimer: Nonna Mary takes no credit for the design improvements as she was too busy white knuckling it in the back seat.